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Operation Iceberg: The Battle for Okinawa
Controlling the Ryukyu Islands would allow the Americans to finally sever Japan from its South Asian empire.
Controlling the Ryukyu Islands would allow the Americans to finally sever Japan from its South Asian empire.
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The National WWII Museum recorded a record-breaking month in March 2016 as the institution welcomed 81,703 visitors, smashing the previous monthly record of 73,449. The Museum also welcomed its five millionth visitor on March 19. The visitation milestones come shortly after the institution opened another major exhibit, Road to Tokyo: Pacific Theater Galleries.
Lieutenant Colonel George E. Hardy flew 21 combat missions during World War II, piloting P-51 Mustang aircraft, often escorting heavy bombers as part of the famed Tuskegee Airmen.